Donna Hipp Smith

Donna Hipp Smith

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 27 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Knoxville, TN
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Support, Domestic Violence

10265 Kingston Pike, Suite C, Knoxville, TN

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Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 27 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1999

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Donna Hipp Smith

10265 Kingston Pike, Suite C, Knoxville, TN, 37922

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Donna Hipp Smith's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Emily | November 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommend

The past two years have been extremely challenging for many reasons and I believe obtaining an attorney that you trust and have confidence in, has value that cannot be measured. Donna was absolutely brilliant. I believe that her experience allowed her to quickly understand my circumstances and move f...orward immediately. She gave me confidence and a voice during pivotal moments. I am thankful I found her expertise and support during such a sad and difficult life experience.

Posted by anonymous | June 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Honest and Committed

Donna is honest and wants the facts. She is on your side 100% and fights for you. She is extremely knowledgable and knows the laws. She has helped relieve stress in my life and has helped me get back to having a normal and consistent life with my children. She fought for me and was not afraid of ...the other side. 6 stars if possible ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Posted by Divorce Client | February 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Exceeded Expecations

I highly recommend Donna Smith. She is professional, trustworthy and an incredible advocate! Donna is extremely thorough in explaining the process and is very prompt. She is also very tenacious in court. She is honest and dependable and cares about the people she represents. No matter how trivial the... question, Donna was happy to answer and was always reassuring. I am thankful that I found such a compassionate attorney that surpassed all expectations in my legal matter.

Posted by Michelle | September 21, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Grateful!

Donna is someone who will always hold a special place in my heart. My divorce was one of very unique circumstances and she never backed down, always fighting for what was right. She has a big heart and good southern grit too!! She took the extra steps to research cases similar to mine, and there ...were not many! In the end, my daughter and I are safe, happy, and very grateful! Thanks Donna!!

Posted by anonymous | August 03, 2014 | Litigation

Outstanding Knowledgeable and Aggressive Attorney

Ms. Smith as an established reputation in the Knoxville legal community as an aggressive and competent negotiator who is unafraid and well prepared to litigate matters in the event the opposing counsel decides not to settle. Ms. Smith handled an issue for me in the Fourth Circuit (Family) court and ...it was evident that she was well known amongst the other lawyers. Ms. Smith conducted two adversarial hearings in which she gracefully and decisively handled a hostile and uncooperative witness/opposing party drawing out the facts and circumstances surrounding my case. I would recommend Ms. Smith without hesitation, as with most services, experience and reputation count.

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Donna Hipp Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jo Lehberger

Family lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sam English

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is always prepared and zealously represents her client. I have worked many cases against Ms. Smith and I find her to be a tough opponent. She is a fine person and attorney."

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Jere Ownby

Family lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I think Donna Smith is a great lawyer. Cool under pressure. Smart. Experienced. Widely and highly respected by other lawyers and by the Judges. Anybody represented by Donna Smith is well-represented."

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Lucinda Albiston

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2000

Outstanding Service to Victims of Domestic Violence, YWCA

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Partner, Albiston, Smith & Lehberger

2012 - 2014

Member, Albiston & Smith, PLLC

2007 - 2007

Visiting Professor - Family Law, University Of Tennessee College Of Law

2002 - 2012

Adjunct Professor, University Of Tennessee College Of Law

2001 - 2012

Member, Schwamm, Albiston & Smith, PLLC

1999 - 2001

Attorney, Smith & Quinn, PLLC

Associations

1999 - Present

Knoxville Bar Association

Member

Education

1999

University of Tennessee College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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